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Republican incumbent Ben Cline and Democratic challenger Beth Macy both say they have concerns about the project's water use and the transparency of county leaders, but they disagree on the role the federal government should play in regulating data centers.

In addition to urban archery, the Roanoke Police Department is seeking approval for six to eight officers to kill deer within city limits using suppressed rifles.

Park Roanoke, which manages city-owned lots and spaces, is looking to increase free parking options in response to ongoing complaints from residents and visitors about limited availability and cost.

“The action of formally intervening, it is an unprecedented one as a Governor; I do acknowledge that,” Spanberger said. “But frankly, the size and scope of this merger application is also unprecedented.”

Around 20 to 25 cats currently live on the property. Caitlyn Wright and Haley Saunders, both Vinton residents, said they and a few others have been coming out nearly every day to bring the cats food and water.

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones met Monday with local law enforcement and community leaders in Roanoke to discuss the city's progress on reducing gun violence and the need for expanded mental health and substance abuse treatment funding.

The agreement would set the stage for yet another vote on a controversial plan to expand the landfill. The landfill is expected to reach capacity in 2029. The expansion would keep it open until 2054.

BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Experts are raising concerns about the long-term impact of Google's planned Botetourt County data center on the region's water supply, citing aging infrastructure, drought conditions, and growing demand on Carvins Cove.

Published Aug. 13, 2026 at 11:20 PM CEST | Updated moments ago

Franklin County residents had requested an investigation into alleged wrongdoing by Board of Supervisors Chair Lorie Smith, Vice Chair Nick Mitchell and County Administrator Steven Sandy.